Real estate scams are more common than most people realize — and they target sellers, buyers, and renters alike. This page exists to help you recognize the red flags, protect yourself, and know who you're actually dealing with.
Alpha Realty Solutions will never ask you to wire money, send gift cards, or pay fees upfront to receive a cash offer. If someone claiming to be ARS asks you to do any of these things, it is a scam. Contact us directly to verify any outreach you receive.
Not every company claiming to buy your house for cash is legitimate. Some exist solely to tie up your property, waste your time, and either collect upfront fees or steal your personal information in the process. They use aggressive marketing, create false urgency, and disappear before closing.
Some scammers pose as licensed real estate agents to collect money, gain access to your property, or obtain sensitive financial documents. They may present fake credentials, use real agent names, or operate convincingly before the deal falls apart — often after you've paid them something.
Rental scams typically involve a fraudster copying a real property listing — or stealing walk-through videos from TikTok, YouTube, or other platforms — posting them at an attractively low price, and collecting a deposit or first month's rent from a victim who never gets keys. These scams are especially common on Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, TikTok, and other informal channels. Always verify the person advertising a rental is actually authorized to rent it, and confirm their credentials before sending a single dollar.
Wire fraud targeting real estate transactions has become one of the fastest-growing crimes in the country. Scammers intercept email communication between buyers, sellers, agents, and title companies — then send fraudulent wiring instructions that redirect your closing funds to their account. Once wired, funds are nearly impossible to recover.
Homeowners facing foreclosure are a prime target. Scammers pose as "foreclosure rescue specialists" or "loan modification experts" promising to save your home — for a fee. They collect your money, do nothing, and in some cases convince you to sign documents that transfer your deed to them.
We know the real estate industry has bad actors — that's partly why this page exists. When you work with Alpha Realty Solutions, here's what is always true, no exceptions.
If you've received an offer, outreach, or communication that feels off — or you want to verify that you're actually dealing with Alpha Realty Solutions — reach out to us directly. We'll confirm or clarify anything, no obligation.
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